Reviews summary

The HTC HD7S is a smart phone than runs the Windows Phone 7 operating system and features some impressive specifications. Under the hood you will find a 1GHz Snapdragon processor paired with 512 MB of RAM. A 5-megapixel camera is also included. The HD7S has a large and colorful 4.3 inch touch screen, making navigating through menus easier than ever.

The phone ships with stock Windows Phone 7 with a few tweaks done by HTC to enhance the user experience. The tweaks do their job as this is one of the smoothest Windows Phone 7 devices currently on the market. Unfortunately, Windows Phone 7 still does not have near the customization options that Android has. The phone is also filled with a fair amount of bloat from the factory, but these applications can be easily uninstalled if you choose to do so.

The HD7S has a good amount of space for applications, 16 GB to be exact. Problem is, there is no room for external memory cards so you are stuck with 16GB. The camera is extremely unimpressive, producing images that are low in contrast and not very sharp.

3G speeds are impressive on the HD7S with web pages loading quickly and applications downloading in seconds. The impressive hardware also lends itself to the phone's great overall performance. Multi-tasking and switching between several applications does not slow the phone down much at all.

Battery life is simply alright for a phone this size. It could use a larger battery but the one included will still get the job done for most people. It can last a full day without being charge with moderate usage. Heavy users may find that they have to charge their HD7S in the middle of the day.

Need to Know: HTC HD7S

1. 1GHz processor and plenty of RAM make the HD7S quick and snappy. (The Good)

2. Windows Phone 7 is really starting to mature and is a worthy competitor in today's market. (The Good)

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(7/10 Avg. rating)

Choppy call quality and awful battery life

The HTC HD7S is a beautiful Windows Phone 7 device, but it has a problem. It's not the OS; Windows Phone 7 is attractive and works well. But this cell phone is terrible for making calls, and has absurdly short battery life. Short of a serious firmware update, we can't recommend the HD7S to AT&T subscribers in its current state...
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The HD7S brings a fresh look to the current OS and UI table

We laughed, we cried, we scratched our heads with the "Phone to Save us From Our Phones." The HD7S brings a fresh look to the current OS and UI table. Windows Phone 7 OS is unlike anything else out there, and for that we applaud Microsoft. However, the OS was pretty, but not as functional as Android, especially in the browser. Applications were slim, there was no Flash support, and the Zune store was the pulse behind multimedia purchases.

But then there was the phone's non-expandable memory, poor camera, lack of a front-facing camera, no HDMI terminal, and 3G connectivity that m...
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Very reliable, no slow-downs or crashes with the built-in apps

If you're an AT&T customer who loved the 4.3 inch screen on the HTC HD2, are interested in the new Windows Phone 7, and haven't already bought a Samsung Focus, you might like the HD7S. It's the only Windows Phone 7 with a large 4.3-inch screen, but when you look at the other Windows Phone choices available on AT&T, that's really the only thing it has going for it...
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Large Super LCD display with very enjoyable OS

The HTC HD7S is currently our top pick among Windows 7 Phones. However, we understand if you opt for the also capable Samsung Focus for its Super AMOLED display and slightly more pocketable form factor. The Focus is currently less expensive since it's been in AT&T's lineup since November of 2010, but we wouldn't be suprised if third party dealers offer the HD7S at very attractive prices. The HD7S has a quality build and look, is extremely slim and offers the largest display among Windows Phone 7 smartphones. As with all Windows Phone 7 devices, it’s fast, easy to use and there&rsq...
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On-contract price is undoubtedly hard to swallow considering it doesn’t differ tremendously from the original

Although it’s the latest thing to grace AT&T’s lineup, the HTC HD7S doesn’t dethrone the Samsung Focus as the carrier’s best WP7 handset. Moreover, its $200 on-contract price is undoubtedly hard to swallow considering that it doesn’t differ tremendously from the original model. Revolting in a way, we’re sad to see that the latest crop of WP7 devices on the market are none other than recycled models like this one, but it’s even worse for the HD7S since it doesn’t receive a fitting price point...
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It offers a large touch screen with a sharp picture and fast performance but fails in terms of camera and call quality

The HTC HD7S delivers on many fronts, including a large, crisp display and fast performance. Unfortunately, the subpar camera and call quality prevent us from giving it a higher score. Unless you absolutely crave the larger screen, the Samsung Focus is still our top pick of AT&T's Windows Phone devices. The HTC HD7S will be available starting June 5 for $199.99 with a two-year contract...
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